Regardless, given the results of this study, it might be time for the institute to further emphasize the issue of bias -- partisan or otherwise -- in anyone’s analysis.As if we need any further reminders: everybody who is born with the Human 1.0 wetware is subject to an array of forces that work to compromise their objectivity. From cognitive errors to the deepest psychological tendencies, we are all at risk of allowing our hard-wired behaviors to affect our decision-making. A little enlightened self-awareness coupled with attempts to avoid our own worst tendencies can go a long way to help us to manage this aspect of our behavior.
At the very least, it gives one a strategic advantage over those who do not.
This column was provided by Bloomberg News.